'TIS the season to party! And whether it’s a children’s party, a family and friends festive bash or a get-together to ring in the New Year it’s all about sharing good food with good company at this special time of year.

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Watch how funny friends Shane Todd and Dave Elliott got on when they decided to throw a festive party for Santa and his elves.

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And in the true spirit of Christmas we’ve pulled together some top tips to help you throw a cracker party.

Preparation

Just like Santa - make a list and check it twice to ensure you have things that are a little bit naughty and very nice!

Doing a bit of prep is key to pulling off a good party and helps save time, stress and money in the long run.

Christmas is a pricey time of year so check out the great deals at SPAR on their party essentials Pepsi Max Twin Pack only £1.89, Walkers Tear & Share only £1 and Goodfellas Extra Thin Pizzas only £1.50.

Food & Drinks

It’s not a party without putting on a decent spread. Get the food and drinks right and your guests will definitely be full of festive cheer!

Take the hassle out of shopping by doing a one-stop party shop at your local SPAR. Whether it’s sweet or savoury grub you’re after they’ve plenty to choose from.

There are blue stilton, wensleydale and cranberry cheeses, nibbles and plenty of dips such as hummus, guacamole, slow roasted tomatoes and tzatziki. And their confectionary range of Cadbury giant buttons, Boost bites and SPAR mince pies will surely satisfy those with a sweet tooth.

It’s always a crowd pleaser to dish out some warm food on a winter’s evening and you can’t go far wrong with party staples; cocktail sausages, hot and spicy chicken wings, garlic breaded mushrooms, potato wedges and loaded potato skins.

For drinks the family favourite Shloer is a failsafe buy along with some club mixers.

Rock Around the Christmas Tree

Christmas and the New Year are all about having the craic with family and friends. So put on the cheesy tunes and your Christmas jumper to enjoy a party to remember!